Obituary for Joyce L. "Mim" Johnson (Caldwell)
Joyce Laverne (Caldwell) Johnson, age 87, peacefully passed away on June14, 2020 in Winnsboro, Texas, surrounded by her loving family. Joyce was born in Como, Texas on December 19, 1932 to Eule and Bessie Caldwell. On April 22, 1948, she married the love of her life, Royce Johnson, in Winnsboro, Texas. Together they had three children and were blessed with a large & loving extended family, who affectionately called her “Mim”.
Royce was enlisted in the US Navy, and they moved to Ventura, California. She lived in San Angelo, TX, Mineola, TX, Farmington, NM, Higgins, TX, Pampa, TX, Follett, TX, Amarillo, TX. They made their residence in Winnsboro, TX in 1987. While in San Angelo, Joyce attended the Texas College of Cosmetology. While in Higgins, she started as a bank teller and was promoted to Head Cashier where she was employed at First National Bank for eighteen years. They made their residence in Winnsboro, TX in 1987. When they moved back to the “farm”, they were fortunate to be close to family members like Royce’s brother, Jerry, and Joyce’s niece & husband, Tammy & Jerry Williams.
Joyce was Royce’s rock and their love transcended all. For over 72 years they shared a bond that is rare in today’s world. Their marriage was timeless, and they were completely dedicated to each other. With a joy only a mother knows, she took an active role in all of their children’s lives while she baked and cooked and transported and ministered and supported in every way.
Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, Eule & Bessie Caldwell, her brother, Wayne Caldwell and sister, Bobby Key, and granddaughter Jenna.
She is survived by her husband, Royce, of Winnsboro, Texas; Kennard (Kenny) & Deanna Johnson, Son & Daughter-in-law of Edmond, OK; Keith & Karen Johnson, Son & Daughter-in-law of Lafayette, LA; Kim & Kerry Garrison, Daughter & Son-in-law of Amarillo, TX. She was blessed with ten grandchildren, eighteen great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. She is also survived by Shirley & Sam Ramos, Sister & Brother-in-law of Broken Arrow, OK; and a host of nieces and nephews, as well as other relatives and friends.
Public visitation will be held on Thursday, June 18, 2020 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. with family present at Beaty Funeral Home, 816 W Broadway, Winnsboro, TX. Funeral will be held on Friday, June 19, 2020 at 2:00 pm at Beaty Funeral Home. Graveside will be following at Shady Grove Cemetery, 1293 County Road 4645, Winnsboro, TX.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Texas Baptist Home for Children, P. O. Box 309, Waxahachie, TX 75168. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff, that we call our “family circle” at Autumn Winds Assisted Living, Winnsboro, TX. Arrangements are under the direction of Beaty Funeral Home of Winnsboro, TX.
Royce was enlisted in the US Navy, and they moved to Ventura, California. She lived in San Angelo, TX, Mineola, TX, Farmington, NM, Higgins, TX, Pampa, TX, Follett, TX, Amarillo, TX. They made their residence in Winnsboro, TX in 1987. While in San Angelo, Joyce attended the Texas College of Cosmetology. While in Higgins, she started as a bank teller and was promoted to Head Cashier where she was employed at First National Bank for eighteen years. They made their residence in Winnsboro, TX in 1987. When they moved back to the “farm”, they were fortunate to be close to family members like Royce’s brother, Jerry, and Joyce’s niece & husband, Tammy & Jerry Williams.
Joyce was Royce’s rock and their love transcended all. For over 72 years they shared a bond that is rare in today’s world. Their marriage was timeless, and they were completely dedicated to each other. With a joy only a mother knows, she took an active role in all of their children’s lives while she baked and cooked and transported and ministered and supported in every way.
Joyce was preceded in death by her parents, Eule & Bessie Caldwell, her brother, Wayne Caldwell and sister, Bobby Key, and granddaughter Jenna.
She is survived by her husband, Royce, of Winnsboro, Texas; Kennard (Kenny) & Deanna Johnson, Son & Daughter-in-law of Edmond, OK; Keith & Karen Johnson, Son & Daughter-in-law of Lafayette, LA; Kim & Kerry Garrison, Daughter & Son-in-law of Amarillo, TX. She was blessed with ten grandchildren, eighteen great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren. She is also survived by Shirley & Sam Ramos, Sister & Brother-in-law of Broken Arrow, OK; and a host of nieces and nephews, as well as other relatives and friends.
Public visitation will be held on Thursday, June 18, 2020 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. with family present at Beaty Funeral Home, 816 W Broadway, Winnsboro, TX. Funeral will be held on Friday, June 19, 2020 at 2:00 pm at Beaty Funeral Home. Graveside will be following at Shady Grove Cemetery, 1293 County Road 4645, Winnsboro, TX.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to Texas Baptist Home for Children, P. O. Box 309, Waxahachie, TX 75168. The family would like to extend a special thank you to the staff, that we call our “family circle” at Autumn Winds Assisted Living, Winnsboro, TX. Arrangements are under the direction of Beaty Funeral Home of Winnsboro, TX.